Pencil skirts are without a doubt a closet staple that every woman should own. This silhouette is one that surpasses time and trend, and we are here to prove it to you with the timeless pencil-skirt outfits ahead. Thanks to their simplistic lines and typically conservative length, pencil skirts are not confined to a certain age group nor personal style, either.
Celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Reese Witherspoon demonstrate how to style this timeless skirt in a way that fits your own personal style. Whether the addition of a simple button-down for work is what you're looking for, or the combination of a newsboy cap and velvet ankle boots is more your vibe, fear not, because the pencil-skirt outfits ahead will satisfy a spectrum of tastes and ages.
Keep reading to see the pencil-skirt outfits you should be trying and to shop some of our favorites.
Jennifer Lopez
What You'll Need: A thin white knit, nude heels, and simple jewelry.
Kendall Jenner
What You'll Need: A newsboy cap, a choker, a white tee, and velvet boots.
Lauren Hutton
What You'll Need: A cable-knit sweater, a gray tee, and sneakers.
Jessica Alba
What You'll Need: Hoop earrings, a black tank, and black pumps.
Sarah Rutson
What You'll Need: A structured poplin top, sneakers, and timeless shades.
Reese Witherspoon
What You'll Need: A classic button-down, printed loafers, and a polished bag.
Amal Clooney
What You'll Need: A fitted tee, pumps, and a statement bag.
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This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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